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May 5th, 2013
UPDATE: Contrary to Misinformed Tweet That She Passed Away, Y&R’s Jeanne Cooper is Still Alive!

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On-Air On-Soaps wanted to update our site visitors on the latest on the developments in Jeanne Cooper’s (Katherine Chancellor ) medical condition, which we know fans have been following day to day showing their love and support of the iconic star of The Young and the Restless.

This afternoon, rumors began swirling that the 84-year-old Daytime Emmy winner had passed away. The original offending tweet apparently came from @bravomaxine who related to her followers, “RIP Jeanne Cooper (1911-2013) Dead” It was then reported at Jeanne Cooper’s facebook page that a tweet went out from former Y&R star, Victoria Rowell (Ex-Drucilla) who had misinformation. Cooper’s page said, “Despite @victoriarowell’s previous post #JeanneCooper’s passing, she is still very much alive. Please disregard this misinformation.”

Eric Braeden (Victor, Y&R) also quickly took to his Twitter account to rally around his long time beloved co-star Cooper, relating: “Contrary to some statement, Jeanne Cooper is doing better and sitting with her daughter Caren by her bedside!!”

Jeanne Cooper’s family also clarified the rumors on her facebook relating: “We have been read some articles that report Jeanne as having passed away. And while it is true that she is indeed still in the hospital and undergoing care, she is still with us and we are grateful that she is. We do not yet know what the future holds, but that is the nature of life. We know that updates have been less frequent, but that is because we are focusing all of our energy on her at this time. We continue to thank you all for your love, support, and prayers. Thank you! Love to all!”

On-Air On-Soaps moments ago spoke to a family representative and confirmed that Jeanne is said to be holding her own and doing somewhat better today, and yes, she is still very much alive!

We will keep you updated as information warrants on the developments in Jeanne’s health situation, but wanted to make sure, you, her fans, had the latest correct information. Share your thoughts here on the latest developments and keep sending your thoughts and prayers Jeanne’s way.

The part I like best is the dates 1911-2013….that makes her 102!!!
haha funny how people are so quick to post these days! Let the family be, let them care for her and let them inform the public (if they choose)
Everybody has to be in everybody else’s business these days! makes me sick!

That’s good! I actually found Corbin Bernson on Facebook last night and I copied and pasted what I wrote on his website. His brother was saying that where she was in pain, they had to let her go (or something to that effect). Anyway, I’m just glad that he didn’t just “let her go” until God had a chance to do HIS part; I’ll just have to keep praying and hope she keeps improving

Carrie replied May 6th, 2013 at 1:22 pm

I do NOT believe Victoria Rowell did this. I think she was set up by haters! MY GOD will they ever leave poor Victoria Rowell star favorite actress alone!!! So sick of it! So sick of these Sharon haters and Dru haters. Yet they love that Chin Chelsea troll and that Avery boring Betty Crocker !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

In the old days you had studios and managers that protected you but now that facebook and twitter which my family is not on just for this reason are out there it makes me uncomfortable. Personally I do not think CB should have put it out there what hospital his mother was in. These are not fans sometimes they are stalkers just ask Andrea Evans/Tina on OLTL she was stalked and in fear of her life for years. All I need to hear from the family is a simple request we keep her in our thoughts and prayers and the rest is none of our business.

LisaJ replied May 6th, 2013 at 2:35 pm

You sound like you’re on the same meds as Rowell. Either that or you (both) forgot to take them.

Crystal replied May 6th, 2013 at 6:43 pm

It is highly unlikely that she was set up by haters. If she did not write that comment, she would have quickly made a statement. Besides it makes no sense why a hater would go through the trouble of hacking into her account just to tweet that Jeanne Cooper died, most would have posted very cruel and hateful tweets which that comment was not, it was just in poor taste. Victoria wrote it, some fans seriously need to accept that their favorite stars are not perfect and make mistakes like everyone else in the world.

k/kay replied May 7th, 2013 at 7:50 pm

I do not know or care if you are yelling at me but stop the madness all I was saying was keep your life private. Personally I could give a shit less about VR privacy would be what I wish for this family. So no one at this house is on meds just butt out of a soap star or whatever JC business god privacy please!

Jackie replied May 8th, 2013 at 12:12 pm

I pray for her recovery according to Gods will. We have enjoyed her and surely if you are a fan as I am, she will be missed but until then, “God’s Speed Ahead” and may God continue to bless her and all of us today and everyday.

I’m so glad to hear that Jeanne is doing well; been keeping prayers going her way and she’s such a strong-willed woman with a strong heart and beautiful soul. I’m only in my early 20s but she’s absolutely amazing. <3

omg it scared me to death. I love Jeannie Cooper.People shouldn’t get rumors flowing all over like that. I have been trying to keep up on her health problems in real life and the rumors is just not right. Jeannie I hope you are feeling better and doing real well. I will always watch your shows and like you as a person, I sure hope you are doing a lot better

as of Friday her son Corbin didn’t think she was doing very good after the second round at the hospital, she was in critical condition again. That’s what we read anyhow, So that is probally why she thought that she had passed. I’m so glad to hear she is still her, I just love her to watch on the Young and the Restless. I’m sure she meant well.

NO ONE should be putting out info about Jeanne but the family and one certainly shouldn’t ASSUME she passed because of a comment “that she wasn’t doing well.” It’s the family’s responsibilty or a spokesperson designated by the family.

I am praying for her! I have been a fan of the Young and the Restless for the last several years, and I doo look forward to seeing her on the show!. There will be extra special prayers said for her by me tonight when I pray!

Praying for Jeanne, her family, friends and countless fans around the world. Sad that someone would post such a heartless rumor… and very happy that Jeanne, the feisty and classy lady that she truly is, is still with us.

It’s not been said what’s going on. I don’t think she has a terminal illness, though. But….she IS an ex-smoker, and has been getting pneumonia over and over again over the last year or so. Each each, she really gets the stuffing out of her and it’s just making her weaker and weaker and (therefore) more difficulty to bounce back/recover. IMO, she really has not seemed the same since she was off the show (almost two years ago now) when they had *Ma Walton* substitute. Of course, I’m just going by what I see on the show.

tina barnes replied May 5th, 2013 at 8:09 pm

I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO KNOW WHAT EXACTLY IS WRONG TOO. HOWEVER THE STORY LINES HAD HER WITH TUMOR. BUT SHE HAS STILL BEEN ON A FEW SHOTS. SO THEY PROBABLY DID THEM AHEAD OF TIME KNOWING SHE WOULD BE HOSPITALIZED HOPE SHES WELL SOON.

May.5 2013 Good afternoon michael i dont know u personaly from the bottom of my heart thank u for telling all of us about corbin caron and colin mother update.this os 1 beautiful and classey and much more person inside and out god bless her and her entire family always and god bless u always and doing such amazing job for leting us know how she is doing .hope to meet u sometime in the near future.Love adrienne radovich. becker

Victoria Needs to stay out of this. Jeanne’s family have been doing a wonderful job of keeping fans in the loop of her conditiion. Daniel Goddard, Doug Davidson, Jess Walton and Eric Braeden too. She is NOT a part of Y and R and needs to not misinform!!!!!

Which of these people are u talking about? I happen to know Jess Walton very well, I used to work for one of her best friends. I know just about everyone in the cast but i sure wouldnt take it upon myelf to post something like she did! A simple phone call or two, if she IS still friends wirh them to check out Jeanne’s condition before posting is all it would have taken.She didnt, because she isnt. It is widely known how most of the cast feel about Ms. Rowell and she knows it.

Eve Bash replied May 5th, 2013 at 6:06 pm

Victoria may have been misinformed but that’s not her fault. And she was a part of Y&R for a long time, even if you may not remember that. She used to play the part of Drucilla Winters, Neil’s wife before she “Died” on the show. Anyway, I believe she loves Jeanne as much as her fans (us) do & she meant well. Don’t be so hard on her. I really hope and pray that Jeanne will be able to come home to her family really soon. She is an Amazing lady & a fabulous actress. She is still very much needed here on earth. My payers for her and her family are still very much here. Please God, heal this Wonderful woman & allow her family to bring her home…. where she belongs. Thank You. Amen.

Shout out to miss Victoria! I don’t appreciate being given false reports from FOX news and I don’t appreciate your lies either. obviously your not in the know so unless you hear it directly from the family, check your bad sources and worry about your own snatch!

Eileen Hargis replied May 6th, 2013 at 8:05 am

Eve, I very well remember who Victoria is and the role she played. I also remember WHY she left and why she is no longer a part of Y and R, do you?

Mary Carroll Lalonde replied May 5th, 2013 at 7:02 pm

Victoria Rowell hasn’t been on the show in years!!! Her comments and remarks are unwarranted!! She should know better and check her information before posting !!! This was unnecessarily hurtful to so many. Jeanne’s family and friends have been doing a marvelous job for her, and of keeping us informed!!!

I do not understand how so many can defend VR and her misinformation. It was wrong and her responsibility to ensure the information was accurate prior to posting. If that were my parent she posted had passed away I would be irate. VR is nothing but trouble, sorry to those who continue to make her excuses. What she posted was inexcusable and is definitely her FAULT!

Eve replied May 6th, 2013 at 3:32 pm

Matthew, you don’t have to be so nasty. Seriously. Chill out. we all have a right to our own opinions. I’m not blaming her for being wrong. and it doesn’t matter whether she’s no longer a part of Y&R or not. She knows Jeanne personally…. which most of us don’t. and yeah, she could’ve checked with the family before she posted what she did. Everyone makes mistakes. no one is perfect. the Important thing is that Jeanne is still with us and that though she’s not in the best of health right now, everyone who love’s her is praying for her… and her family is with her. I just pray that she is well enough to go home soon to her family.

matthew replied May 6th, 2013 at 11:19 pm

Eve I’m not being nasty. But if your being fitted for your black funeral dress and ready to embalm somebody before they’ve even expired-that’s what’s nasty and its a mistake you just don’t make. NOT OKAY. VR owes that family a big apology. With everything they’re going thru right now the last thing they need is Victorias daytime DRAMA!

Lifelong Y&R viewer replied May 14th, 2013 at 12:57 am

VR was only looking for ATTENTION. Because of her hateful racist actions against Y&R this is why she was booted out and barred from coming back. She continuously begs for attention because it eats her alive that she will never again be able to interfere with the #1 top soap. That was certainly a low blow posting lies.

Thank you Michael for giving all of Jeanne’s friends the truth about her condition!! I have prayed for her complete recovery all weekend, & hope it helped some. Tough lady & I believe she’ll be with us for a long time. Hang in there Duchess, & God bless you & your family! Sending all my love!!!

I am so encouraged to see so many people praying for Jeanne Cooper! Social networking can be a cold place sometimes with destructive words, hate, bullying and other negative chatter, but in times like this I regain new hope for the human race when so many people unite with prayers!

Our prayers continue to be with Jeanne. I just read Corbin’s post from yesterday and I know how hard it is on all her children, but God is always with her and with all the family. There are so many praying for Jeanne and my prayer is God’s will be done. None of us are ever ready to let our loved ones go, but we have to believe in God’s wisdom and infinity!!!!

micheal, thank you for the updates..id hate to think victoria rowell or any one else in that matter would start a vicious rumor like that just to be spitefull,,,on a brighter note how sweet it is to hear miss cooper is doing a lil better…so many of her fans out here are rooting for a recovery for her,,not easy to let go of someone who has ben a part of your life for over 30 years even if through a tv screen..i met jeanne cooper and jess walton bout 20 years ago..the two of them were delicious together going in and out of character,, wel wishes to you jeanne cooper and her family…im just a fan who cares,,,

I am so glad to hear she is still with us, i am praying for her and her family, i have watched her on the Y/R from day one and have also seen her in many movies, she is a great actress and a beautiful person. God Bless her and her family..

thank you for the update..I have been following with Corbin since the beginning.just went to Jeanne’s fb page and saw someone said she passed when in fact Corbin said otherwise.thanks for the clarification..my prayers continue for a full recovery and how encouraging to hear she sat up with her daughter.Mrs C (Duchess) is a very strong woman I have watched her since day one..you hang in there keep fighting My prayers continue god bless

I love you Mrs. C! Please get some rest so we can have you back on Y & R! Please know you have a lot of fire in you and I want to see some more! I want you to really tell Jill off! Sorry Jess. I love you too. We want you back in the saddle! Much Love and tons of Hugs from the right coast~ Debi

I am a 70 year old fan of Jeanne for many years. She is one in a million..a great actress and person. I purchased her book and got to know much more about this lovely lady. Even though we have never met..I love her dearly. I will keep her in my prayers.
I thought I saw pictures of her at home..How come she is again in the hospital????
Please inform….My 46 year old son and myself send our love to a very special regal lady ! Jeanne..We

Thanks for clearing the rumor, my prayers are still with Jeanne and family. She is a very strong person and a heck of a fighter. We love her and she is gonna’ be up and back on her feet before we know it. Hang in there Jeanne, love you.

Unless Ms Cooper would like you, -Thunder-to know why she is sick, no, you do NOT NEED to know. It’s no one’s business but hers. USA has confidentiality laws -HEPPA- protecting Ms. Cooper and everyone else.

Its important, cuz it didn’t happen within her. Its an enviroment/bacterial/virus issue..whatever it was. It killed one of her neighbors, so yeah, we have the right to know to better protect ourselves. She would have no problem telling us. Its just that….Corbin….her son….doesn’t want to protect the public.

I know this sounds selfish but, Please get better & come back !!! You are the Root of the Y & R …We all love you so much !!! I don’t watch soaps as much as I once did but, anytime I do it’s always Y & R …and I always look for The Dutchess I love her eyes ….I could always tell what was gonna happen next (sort of)…kinda like Betty Davis Eyes. Anyway, my thoughts & Prayers are with you more lately than ever !!! I check everyday on your progress…<3 ya Dutchess !!!

Thank you for the update on Jeanne. There were no posts from Corbin for a few days. It is very unsettling not being able to read about her every day on his FB page. I know that his mother is his priority right now but we, her fans, need to be updated. We are sick at heart not knowing how she is and no one will tell us what is wrong with her. She is my ‘family’ too, she is in my living room every week day and we miss her. You go Jeanne!!! We love you..love from Nova Scotia, Canada. Come back to us!!

Please will everyone lite a candle an keep praying for Jeanne Cooper to get well? An please keep them lit till god answers our prayers an make Jeanne well so she can go home an be with her family for more years with them an with her fans .

Praise the Lord!!!
My husband and I are very happy to hear that this was just a misinformation rumor.
So very happy to hear that Jeanne Cooper is doing better.
Prayers are still going up for her to be completely healed.

I will say a prayer for the whole Cooper famliy may God be with u all I’m a big fan of Jeanne (a k a Miss C) I hope she get well soon one again I will keep the Cooper family in my prayers …God bless you all.

I just read the encouraging news about Mrs. C and I feel so relieved that she is doing somewhat better. After all the sad news the past couple days, it does sound promising. Keep up the fight and don’t give up because we are all pulling for you with lots of love & prayers. Uplifting news for sure!

Jeanne, you are such a true and brave spirit. I do hope and pray that this is NOT the end of your wonderful life. God does work miracles. I pray that he shows the world that only HE can pull you out of this health crisis. The world is not ready to say goodbye to you. We love you, Mrs. C.
Best regards to you & your family.
Sharon S.
Kentucky

Jeanne,you and your family are still in my thoughts and prayers. Rest my friend. God bless you for all that you have gave me for so many years. Again thank you. Your really special to me. You truly are the Duchess.

I for one am very fortunate that I did not see that posting, that would’ve upset me immensely as I’m sure it did quite a few. I am also lucky that my sources are extremely reliable as it comes from Jess Walton and Corbin Bernsen. I honestly appreciate every bit of information both of them have provided!!!! I grew up with Jeanne snd Jess and they are my family!!! I love you Jeanne!!!! Take care!!! get well!!! baby steps … HUGS!!!!

Thank you for setting the record straight. Rumors are one thing the family does not need right now. Their wonderful mother, grandmother is sick and they should be focusing on that not worring about idots out there spreading rumors. God Bless Jeanne and her family and glad to hear she is doing a little better. Please keep us posted . Love her so much.

Now I somehow think she will pull through this and if so, I think any more time on this earth she may have should be spent with her family. Her family has let us in for years, it is time for us to give her back to her family. If Fridays last scene, is Jeanne’s last scene I am fine with that. Prayers and love to Jeanne & her family.

Thank you Michael for giving all of Jeanne’s friends the truth about her condition!! I prayed for her complete recovery all weekend & hope it helped some. I will continue to keep her in my prayers! Tough lady & I believe she’ll be with us for a long time. God bless her & her family. All my love to them!!

I am relieve to hear Jeanne Cooper is alive and well and still with us. I had just heard the news..I have been watching the Y&R since early 70′s and to this day I try and catch the show airing at my time at 4:30 – 5:30 pm EST., as I live in Canada. I love the show and all the actors.. My only one and true favorite soap opera. Jeanne If you can see this message my heart goes out to you and my prayers for a speedy recovery. You are so loved by all your family, friends and viewers ( fans ). Love you Jeanne.
Brenda Horwood On Canada

My thoughts & prayers are with you Jeanne and your beautiful family. You have a lot of love & support surrounding you, as it should be. I recently lost my beloved grandmother who started me watching Y&R when I was a little girl & I know if she were still here with me she would want me to tell you how much we love you AND love watching your spirited alter ego. If it’s not your time, keep fighting the good fight & know that you are very much loved! God Bless…

I am very relieved that Jeanne is still with us! We Love her very much and that false news made us sad! I have no idea why people jump on and say that someone has passed away when it is totally false! We are hoping that she recovers her health so she can Live out her life to the fulliest! Have been a fan of hers for most of Y&R years and no one can play her like she can!!

I Know Jeanne that you are a strong willed beautiful women and have a lot of live to give. If you retire from y&r – we will have to accept this – We love you and just want you on earth for a long time – we love you and i bet your litle puppy is missing its Mommy So much – Hurry up and get well and get home to that puppy – We hope you stay on Y&R – we love you – just get yourself well and come home – we love you – also you have wonderful children – your son Corben has been keeping everyone very well informed on facebook – he relaly loves you – wonderful children you have

For Jeanne… know that I am keeping you in my Prayers & asking our Creator to keep you in His Healing hands, and let you come thru this event in the best way possible for you dear lady! You were always a classy drunk & a even classier sober drunk!! Hugz, Love & Blessings dear lady!!

Thank God the rumors were wrong. I wish you well and keep up the good fight whatever would we do without Katherine Chancellor our Matriarch on Y&R. 84 is still young yet I’m sure you still have a few miles to go yet. Love U

I have also been a long time fan of Ms Jeanne Cooper aka mrs chanceller and I want to send my prayers to her for a continued speedy recovery and to the family .. stay strong – I believe we all have a purpose and only God knows what tomorrow will bring but with love, prayers and support I feel she will continue to get better.. LA

i have been following corbins posts so thankfully I never heard that she supposedly passed away…I wont believe it til I hear it from corbin…her son…Im so glad shes still with us and is fighting..We love you so much Jeanne and are awaiting for your return to young and the restless….we are praying for you every day all day long we’re true loyal fans of yours Jeanne…Mrs C

I can understand how that rumor started. Corbin Bernson put on his Facebook page something that could have made someone believe that. He stated that he said goodbye to his mother. People can take that many ways.

agree but she made a mistake. She obviously thought different and was trying to be respectful thinking so in my opinion. I think it should just be dropped and forgiven. She made a mistake.. End of story as I said I am sure she didn’t mean any disrespect. I miss her on the Young and Restless too. Her son said he was saying good bye to her and it sounded even to me like she was not going to make it. I am sure glad she is doing better. She is one fine lady.

I knew you were a strong lady; keep up your strength Jeanne. Your family, fans want to see you back home and back on Y&R. It would never be the same without you! My heartfelt prayers are coming your way; hold on to them dear heart. Love always…<3

My hubby and my dad and myself are sending tons of prayers to Ms Cooper and her family at this time we watch your show everyday. Shes a beautiful woman and will cherish her as she goes through recovery.

I love hearing about JC condition. my mom watch her and now my daughters and I watch Y&R ,,, I turn either to FB or Twitter for information about her condition ..until I read about her from her family ,I wont believe any thing ,,,,

Honestly, this famiily just needs to be able to hug, pray, laugh and be together. May God just bless them during these days and may no one else say or do anything to add to their turmoil. They need our support just as much as Jeanne needs theirs and our prayers.

To Jeanne-My prayers and thoughts are with you! I’ve been reading your Memoir and loving it! I only want the best for you! To Corbin, Caren and family- I’m also praying for some peace and strength to all of you through these tough times! Thanks soooo much for keeping us all posted Corbin!!! I check back many times through each day!! May God Bless each and every one of you, today and always!! A loyal fan… Hugs from Ohio!

i dont know what to think now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! all the post i read came from corbin so it said, that his mom had passed away yesterday morning.i was totaley sick to read this,i had followed jennie since day one i was heart broken,i just love mrs. C now dont know what to believe.

Well it has now being confirmed on the Global News Tuesday May 7, 2013 that Jeanne Cooper (Mrs. Murphy) (Mrs. C) has passed away. Jeanne you we’re born to be A GREAT ACTRESS R I P SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR PASSING!

I dont believe that Victoria Rowell had any mean intent when she wrongly posted JC’s death. I do, believe, however that she heard a rumor and posted it in order to be the first to comment and LOOK as if she was in the inner circle and concerned. It backfired badly on her because at the time, Jeanne was still very much alive. It does eat at her constantly that Y and R wants no part of het due to her poor jugement and her statements and actions. She has only her self to blame as her diva attitude led her to believe she was way more important than she was! The fact that she was on two shows at a time spoke of her acting ability, too bad she didnt stick to acting instead of becoming a pain in the ass to all her cast mates at Y and R. Its a real shame when ur coworkers as,a whole DONT like yoy. THAT speaks loudly!

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